"SSPDF' Soldier Allegedly Kills Younger Brother Over Financial Dispute in Warrap State

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  SSPDF. South Sudan People's Defense Forces 'SSPDF' soldier today was believed to have shot and killed his younger brother over financial disagreements in Gogrial East County-Warrap State.  According to eyewitnesses and family members. 1st Lieutenant Geng Tong Geng shot his brother twice over the misuse of 1 Million SSP. The deceased Arol Tong Geng was imprison in Kwacjok and was released earlier because the family requested for his release.  The dispute between the brothers was meant to be settled amicably but the 1st. Lieutenant Geng couldn't control his resentment and opted to end his younger brother's life.  Local State and County Authorities have not yet commented on the incident but concerned community members are calling seeking for justice.  Such family conflicts can escalate quickly in this region, where access to resources often exacerbates tensions within families and communities.  This tragedy underscores ongoing social challenges in Warrap State, where
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South Sudan and Sudan To Open All Four Boarder Points

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Tut Gatluak, the Chairperson of the Transitional National Committee, and also Presidential Advisor on Security

The four boarder points between Sudan and South Sudan have all been re-opened, President Security Affairs Advisor said. 

The four boarder points namely: Renk-Jebelein River Transport, Aweil-Mariam road transport then Panakwach-Bentiu.

According to the Presidential Advisor on Security Affairs Mr. Tut Gatluak said that agreement to open the four boarders came after President Kiir and Gen. Mohamed Hamdan The Deputy Chairperson Of Sudan Sovereign Council discussed to open the boarders. 

He said that “we took out the peace files of the two countries and we discussed the issue of the borders concerning the two countries, and the committee’s activities are very important,” 

He further said that “The borders opened four outlets, the road to Renk – Jebelein, river transport, the road to Aweil – Mariam then Panakwach- Bentiu. All the discussions will cover the border issues, the delegation is composed of armed forces from both countries and will discuss everything related to the borders and the trade movement between the two countries.”



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